Thousands of people protested in the capital of Mauritius over the government’s handling of an oil spill from a grounded Japanese ship and the alarming discovery of dozens of dead dolphins in recent days.

Protest in Mauritius over oil spill & dead dolphins, protesters demands PM's resignation

As nearly 40 dead dolphins washed up on the shore after the tragic and massive oil spill in Mauritius, locals are demanding a detailed investigation of the same.

The dolphins that washed up in Maritius were, presumably, negatively affected by the toxic oil spill caused by a crack in the Japanes ship in the ocean.

Locals are now protestung against the unintentional deaths of dolphins and are demanding thorough investigation of the same. Several environmentalists are demanding a detailed investigation of whether or not the death of dolphins is related to the oil spill.

However, as per preliminary investigations, experts have revealed that the dead dolphins had&nbsp;wounds on their bodies but no trace of oil.

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"The preliminary results show that the animals did not have trace of hydrocarbon in their respiratory system, nor in their skin, throat or stomach," the report said.

However, the locals are not satisfied with the initial reports.&nbsp;"We do not trust the government and the diluted information they`ve been feeding us regarding the management and responses to the oil spill," Fabiola Monty, 33 a Mauritian environmental scientist

Protestors held banners that showed dolphins covered in oil with slogan of "all lives matter". Several participants of the protest also asked the government to resign over such a deadly mistake.&nbsp;Mauritian flags were also waved across the packed square of St Louis Cathedral.

So far, two dolphins' bodies have been investigated, and the results for next 20-25 dolphins is expected in a few days.&nbsp;The autopsy on the first two was conducted by the government-run Albion Fisheries Research Centre.

The government has assured the locals that an autopsy will be performed on all the dead dolphins, and not some.

Local environmental group Eco-Sud, which took part in Saturday`s protest, said in a statement on Friday that representatives from civil society should be present during the autopsies and called for a second opinion from independent specialists.

Meanwhile, the government has started two different investigations. First is by the local police which will be looking into the crew's responsibility and role into this environmental tragedy, and the second will be by a senior Shipping Ministry official to study the whole incident that happened during the hit.

As nearly 40 dead dolphins washed up on the shore after the tragic and massive oil spill in Mauritius, locals are demanding a detailed investigation of the same.

As nearly 40 dead dolphins washed up on the shore after the tragic and massive oil spill in Mauritius, locals are demanding a detailed investigation of the same. The dolphins that washed up in Maritius were, presumably, negatively affected by the toxic oil spill caused by a crack in the Japanes ship in the ocean. Locals are now protestung against the unintentional deaths of dolphins and are demanding thorough investigation of the same. Several environmentalists are demanding a detailed investigation of whether or not the death of dolphins is related to the oil spill. However, as per preliminary investigations, experts have revealed that the dead dolphins had wounds on their bodies but no trace of oil. Also read: At least 40 dolphins die in area hit by Mauritius oil spill "The preliminary results show that the animals did not have trace of hydrocarbon in their respiratory system, nor in their skin, throat or stomach," the report said. However, the locals are not satisfied with the initial reports. "We do not trust the government and the diluted information they`ve been feeding us regarding the management and responses to the oil spill," Fabiola Monty, 33 a Mauritian environmental scientist Protestors held banners that showed dolphins covered in oil with slogan of "all lives matter". Several participants of the protest also asked the government to resign over such a deadly mistake. Mauritian flags were also waved across the packed square of St Louis Cathedral. So far, two dolphins' bodies have been investigated, and the results for next 20-25 dolphins is expected in a few days. The autopsy on the first two was conducted by the government-run Albion Fisheries Research Centre. The government has assured the locals that an autopsy will be performed on all the dead dolphins, and not some. Local environmental group Eco-Sud, which took part in Saturday`s protest, said in a statement on Friday that representatives from civil society should be present during the autopsies and called for a second opinion from independent specialists. Meanwhile, the government has started two different investigations. First is by the local police which will be looking into the crew's responsibility and role into this environmental tragedy, and the second will be by a senior Shipping Ministry official to study the whole incident that happened during the hit.

Thousands take to streets to protest over dead dolphins in Mauritius

Dead dolphins are washing up on France's Atlantic coast in such high numbers that local populations of the mammals are at risk, marine biologists say.

The overwhelming majority drowned in the nets of fishing trawlers. Post mortems often show fractures, broken tails and flippers and deep incisions cut into their skin by the nets. Some have been mutilated as fishermen release their bodies.

"We're reaching mortality rates that threaten the survival of the dolphin population in the Bay of Gascony," said Morgane Perri, a marine biologist in Brittany, western France.

"For the last three years, we've seen more than 1,000 deaths (dolphins and porpoises) over a four-month period each winter."

Common dolphins are the hardest hit. Scientists believe those found on beaches represent a small fraction of the total number dying in fishing nets off the coast of France. The real number is likely to be five to 10 times higher, they estimate.

Dolphins have for decades been caught in fishing nets in the Atlantic waters off western Europe. But marine scientists say the spike in numbers in recent years is a result of shifting fishing practices, and in particular the fishing vessels that trawl in pairs for sea bass.

French law requires fishermen to declare all cetacean by-catch. But Perri said this rarely happened.

The National Committee of Maritime Fishermen did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

The slow reproduction rates of dolphins, which are mammals and need to surface in order to breathe, means they are particularly vulnerable to sharp falls in numbers, according to the Pelagis Observatory in La Rochelle.

Population models show numbers are stable, said Helene Peltier, a researcher at the observatory. "But once you see the decline, it's too late."

Activist group Sea Shepherd wants trawlers to be banned from fishing in sea bass spawning grounds and better monitoring of fisheries. Acoustic 'pingers' designed to repel dolphins are also being trialled on some fishing boats.

"There is no single miracle solution," Peltier said.

Dead dolphins are washing up on France's Atlantic coast in such high numbers that local populations of the mammals are at risk, marine biologists say. The overwhelming majority drowned in the nets of fishing trawlers.

Dead dolphins are washing up on France's Atlantic coast in such high numbers that local populations of the mammals are at risk, marine biologists say. The overwhelming majority drowned in the nets of fishing trawlers. Post mortems often show fractures, broken tails and flippers and deep incisions cut into their skin by the nets. Some have been mutilated as fishermen release their bodies. "We're reaching mortality rates that threaten the survival of the dolphin population in the Bay of Gascony," said Morgane Perri, a marine biologist in Brittany, western France. "For the last three years, we've seen more than 1,000 deaths (dolphins and porpoises) over a four-month period each winter." Common dolphins are the hardest hit. Scientists believe those found on beaches represent a small fraction of the total number dying in fishing nets off the coast of France. The real number is likely to be five to 10 times higher, they estimate. Dolphins have for decades been caught in fishing nets in the Atlantic waters off western Europe. But marine scientists say the spike in numbers in recent years is a result of shifting fishing practices, and in particular the fishing vessels that trawl in pairs for sea bass. French law requires fishermen to declare all cetacean by-catch. But Perri said this rarely happened. The National Committee of Maritime Fishermen did not immediately respond to a request for comment. The slow reproduction rates of dolphins, which are mammals and need to surface in order to breathe, means they are particularly vulnerable to sharp falls in numbers, according to the Pelagis Observatory in La Rochelle. Population models show numbers are stable, said Helene Peltier, a researcher at the observatory. "But once you see the decline, it's too late." Activist group Sea Shepherd wants trawlers to be banned from fishing in sea bass spawning grounds and better monitoring of fisheries. Acoustic 'pingers' designed to repel dolphins are also being trialled on some fishing boats. "There is no single miracle solution," Peltier said.

Dead dolphins wash up on France's shores in record numbers

A reward of up to $20,000 has been offered by the US oceanic department after a&nbsp;dead dolphin<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/sharp-rise-in-whale-dolphin-stranding-deaths-in-india-91"> was discovered</a> off Naples, Florida late last week.&nbsp;Biologists with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission stated that the animal had suffered grievous wounds from what could be a sharp object or a bullet.

Another dolphin was recovered within the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/watch-dolphin-carcass-found-washed-ashore-in-kerala--131644">same week</a> along Pensacola Beach, Florida by emerald coast wildlife refuge experts who stated that the creature had a bullet lodged in its left side.

Experts have reason to believe that the deaths are related to humans who are feeding wild dolphins. It&nbsp;makes dolphins associate people and boats with food, which exposes them to dangerous situations. Officials have repeatedly urged people to avoid feeding wild dolphins.

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The number of <a href="carcass ">dolphins who were stranded</a> with evidence of wounds inflicted by gunshots, arrows and fishing spears in some cases, has been on the rise since 2002. A dolphin was found dead with a fatal puncture wound to its head in May 2019 off Captiva Island. Law enforcement officials are still investigating the murder.

A reward of up to $20,000 for information that leads to the person responsible for these crimes has been being offered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration(NOAA).

A reward of up to $20,000 has been offered by the US oceanic department after a dead dolphin was discovered off Naples, Florida late last week. Biologists with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission stated that the animal had suffered grievous wounds from what could be a sharp object or a bullet.

A reward of up to $20,000 has been offered by the US oceanic department after a dead dolphin was discovered off Naples, Florida late last week. Biologists with the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission stated that the animal had suffered grievous wounds from what could be a sharp object or a bullet. Another dolphin was recovered within the same week along Pensacola Beach, Florida by emerald coast wildlife refuge experts who stated that the creature had a bullet lodged in its left side. Experts have reason to believe that the deaths are related to humans who are feeding wild dolphins. It makes dolphins associate people and boats with food, which exposes them to dangerous situations. Officials have repeatedly urged people to avoid feeding wild dolphins. Also Read: How single-use plastic is killing the Earth The number of dolphins who were stranded with evidence of wounds inflicted by gunshots, arrows and fishing spears in some cases, has been on the rise since 2002. A dolphin was found dead with a fatal puncture wound to its head in May 2019 off Captiva Island. Law enforcement officials are still investigating the murder. A reward of up to $20,000 for information that leads to the person responsible for these crimes has been being offered by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration(NOAA).

US department offers $20,000 reward for information on dolphins found stabbed in Florida

Carcasses of dolphins are washing up on Bulgaria&#39;s Black Sea beaches at a higher than normal rate, with a record 108 dead animals discovered this year, local authorities said on Thursday. 
 
The cause of the deaths has yet to be determined, said enviroment minister Ivelina Vasileva, after collecting information by regional centres, adding that 77 of the dead dolphins were found in the southern part of the country&#39;s Black Sea coast. 
 
Bulgarian Prime Minister Boiko Borissov today called for a special meeting with conservation organisations to try to find a solution to the record number of deaths. He said on his official Facebook page that steps are being taken to ban fishing in areas populated by the protected species. 
 
The number of dead dolphins in 2016 is significantly higher than the 56 found last year and the previous record of 74 in 2012.&nbsp;Media reports of dead dolphins on Bulgarian beaches have been rife in recent years. In spite of repeated allegations, often with finger-pointing at fishermen, the cause has yet to be established conclusively. 
 
There are three species of dolphins in the Black Sea off Bulgaria: the short-beaked common dolphin, the harbour porpoise and the common bottlenose dolphin. The dolphin population along Bulgaria&#39;s black sea coast is about 15,000, according to environment ministry data. 
 
The penalty for killing a dolphin is a fine of up to 20,000 Levs ($11,270), and imprisonment for up to five years. 
 
(Reuters)

Alarmingly, 108 dead dolphins were found here in 2016, much more than the previous high of 74

Carcasses of dolphins are washing up on Bulgaria's Black Sea beaches at a higher than normal rate, with a record 108 dead animals discovered this year, local authorities said on Thursday. The cause of the deaths has yet to be determined, said enviroment minister Ivelina Vasileva, after collecting information by regional centres, adding that 77 of the dead dolphins were found in the southern part of the country's Black Sea coast. Bulgarian Prime Minister Boiko Borissov today called for a special meeting with conservation organisations to try to find a solution to the record number of deaths. He said on his official Facebook page that steps are being taken to ban fishing in areas populated by the protected species. The number of dead dolphins in 2016 is significantly higher than the 56 found last year and the previous record of 74 in 2012. Media reports of dead dolphins on Bulgarian beaches have been rife in recent years. In spite of repeated allegations, often with finger-pointing at fishermen, the cause has yet to be established conclusively. There are three species of dolphins in the Black Sea off Bulgaria: the short-beaked common dolphin, the harbour porpoise and the common bottlenose dolphin. The dolphin population along Bulgaria's black sea coast is about 15,000, according to environment ministry data. The penalty for killing a dolphin is a fine of up to 20,000 Levs ($11,270), and imprisonment for up to five years. (Reuters)

Record number of dolphin carcasses wash up on Bulgaria's coast

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